Huh?

[eredien]

I wasn't aware there were any "laws of war." And General Franks is apparently the world's most unflappable man.

And thank God for this man.

I'm worried, though I try not to show it too much.

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[khava.livejournal.com]

Haven't you ever heard of war crimes? Those are violations of the laws of war.

I'm not sure of the details, but I think the laws of war are fixed by international treaty. They include respecting the white flag and red cross symbols on both sides (not using them when you're not surrendering or providing medical aid, and also not shooting someone who is using one), not torturing or killing prisoners of war, and making sure all combatants are wearing military uniforms so they can be easily identified and distinguished from civilians.

Don't I look like an Idiot.

[eredien]

Oops. Sorry. Of course they were codified. I ought to think more at 11 in the evening before making blanket statements. Thanks for the clarification, Khava and daisho.